3-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Kittery, ME
Median asking rent for a 3-bedroom apartment in Kittery, Maine as of October 2026. That's +11% higher than the citywide median of $2,411 and +25% above the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130.
Income needed for a 3-bedroom in Kittery
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a 3-bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Kittery
Compare Kittery's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 3-bedroom in Maine
Most expensive cities for a 3-bedroom in Maine
| # | City | 3-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Yarmouth | $2,840 |
| 2 | Scarborough | $2,830 |
| 3 | South Portland | $2,770 |
| 4 | Kittery (this page) | $2,670 |
| 5 | Freeport | $2,670 |
| 6 | Portland | $2,517 |
| 7 | Saco | $2,460 |
| 8 | Brunswick | $2,310 |
| 9 | Gorham | $2,280 |
| 10 | Old Orchard Beach | $2,180 |
| 11 | Biddeford | $2,180 |
| 12 | Sanford | $1,970 |
| 13 | Orono | $1,970 |
| 14 | Bath | $1,910 |
| 15 | Bangor | $1,780 |
Nearby cities — 3-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 3-bedroom rents than Kittery.
| City | Distance | 3-Bedroom rent | vs Kittery |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dover, NH | 12.4 mi | $2,310 | $-360 (-13%) |
| Somersworth, NH | 14.9 mi | $2,310 | $-360 (-13%) |
| Newmarket, NH | 15.3 mi | $2,560 | $-110 (-4%) |
| Exeter, NH | 20 mi | $3,080 | +$410 (+15%) |
| Sanford, ME | 21.5 mi | $1,970 | $-700 (-26%) |
| Rochester, NH | 22.4 mi | $2,310 | $-360 (-13%) |
| Newburyport, MA | 23.3 mi | $3,080 | +$410 (+15%) |
| Amesbury, MA | 23.7 mi | $3,080 | +$410 (+15%) |
| Biddeford, ME | 31.3 mi | $2,180 | $-490 (-18%) |
| Gloucester, MA | 33.8 mi | $3,080 | +$410 (+15%) |
| Haverhill, MA | 33.9 mi | $2,287 | $-383 (-14%) |
| Saco, ME | 35.5 mi | $2,460 | $-210 (-8%) |
3-Bedroom rent in Kittery — common questions
How much is a 3-bedroom apartment in Kittery?
As of October 2026, the median 3-bedroom apartment rent in Kittery, Maine is $2,670 per month. This is +11% higher than the citywide median of $2,411.
What income do you need to afford a 3-bedroom in Kittery?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $106,800 ($8,900/month gross), which works out to roughly $51.35/hour at a full-time job.
Is Kittery expensive for a 3-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Kittery's 3-bedroom median of $2,670 is +25% above the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130. It ranks in the 71th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Kittery rank for 3-bedroom rent in Maine?
Among the 20 cities in Maine with 3-bedroom data, Kittery ranks #17 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 3-bedroom options near Kittery?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 3-bedroom rents include Dover ($2,310), Somersworth ($2,310), Newmarket ($2,560).